Supply Chain Collaboration — Explained + Examples
Shared Warehousing and Distribution CentersJoint Transportation and ShippingCollaborative Inventory ManagementCoordinated ProcurementJoint Marketing and PromotionsShared Reverse LogisticsFor this example of horizontal collaboration, competing businesses or companies collaborate on transportation and shipping to take advantage of economies of scale and decrease transportation costs. Joint transportation and shipping usually involve sharing trucking routes, consolidating shipments, and even jointly owning trucks or vessels.See more on procurementtactics SAP
The Ultimate Guide to Supply Chain Collaboration | SAP
Supply chain collaboration is the strategic practice of coordinating and working with suppliers, manufacturers, logistics providers, and customers. By sharing systems,